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You actually showed up.

Have you been waiting long?

What? You ride a motorcycle?

Is there a problem with that?

Not really.

So why'd you call me out to a place like this?

I just thought you looked down despite winning your first trial.

- You're not worried about me, right? - Not at all.

I just hate seeing that gloomy face.

What?

Anyway, let's party like crazy tonight!

Gosh, you've still got that gloomy look.

You're pretty reserved.

Don't tell me you can't let loose in a club?

What? When I go out, I go all out.

There it is.

The classic excuse of the wallflower type.

Come on. Let's dance, Uzaki!

Your energy is insane, considering you're sober.

I'm not in the mood.

Listen, Uzaki.

You joined our firm of your own free will, right?

So you need to buck up and get to work.

You're younger than me.

- So don't lecture me. - What? What was that?

You're younger, right?

But I'm your senior.

Feel free to just call me by name though.

- Then let me ask you, my senior. - Yes?

Is it okay to win a trial like that?

Of course.

Anything goes with me.

- Anything? - Yes.

Even that then?

Put your hands up!

Let's go!

Why the hell is that guy DJing?

Who knows?

I heard he's been doing it for a while.

He goes by DJ TomA.

He's apparently pretty famous in the scene.

Three, two, one, let's go!

Put your hands up!

- Up, up! - Yes!

Amazing!

Let's dance, Uzaki!

I said no thanks!

Toma!

Hurry up!

You'll definitely be late!

PORK STEAK, FRIED SHRIMP CURRY, CHICKEN CURRY PUFF

What are you thinking, being late all of a sudden?

Make sure you apologize to everyone.

They finally took you in after all.

- My co-worker had me up all night. - Stop making excuses.

Lawyers stand for justice, right?

You'd hope so. Now, out of the way.

- I'm off! - Take care!

This one looks like it could really ignite too.

Hopefully it takes off.

Even with the information we have, it seems worth pursuing.

Sorry, I'm late!

So you finally showed up?

The ignition meeting is already over.

I'm sorry. I missed an important meeting.

It's no big deal. Your brain isn't needed anyway.

Uzaki, did you really oversleep?

Just from that?

That's right. Shut up about it.

How pathetic.

To think I invited you to the club to cheer you up.

"Cheer him up"?

He's still hung up on the Yamagami Industry case.

- You're a nuisance. - For real?

You're surprisingly naive, right?

I've finally become a lawyer

but if things like that keep happening...

How can you say that? You ignited the whole thing.

I know

but sending an undercover lawyer to the other side...

Wasn't Saito Misaki grateful?

If we hadn't ignited that case

she'd have had to accept things the way they were.

Would you call that justice?

This is how we do things.

If you don't like it, go back to the job-hunting hell.

Go back, my junior.

"Suicide attempt in a university's rugby club."

This is depressing.

Don't say that. Get up for this.

Where is that article from?

From what I looked into

it seems like the trigger was an anonymous post online.

Only small websites picked it up.

It's still just a rumor.

Perfect timing for us.

We need to hurry.

- Well-- - The student who attempted suicide

is still unconscious with no prospects of waking up.

The first explanation meeting for the guardians will be held today.

Probably planning to brush it off with platitudes.

- Excuse me-- - Shut up and drive.

I'm a lawyer here too.

Please tell me the details.

Who overslept

- and missed the details? - I'm really sorry about that.

- Really sorry. - He's right.

Are we inciting someone to file a lawsuit this time as well?

Obviously.

Conflicts are waiting to be ignited.

NEW MESSAGE FROM TODOROKI KENJIRO

Begging me once again.

Ms. Asami, the investigation meeting is about to start.

Okay.

THE OUTLAWS OF THE LAW

- All right. - That's it.

Up!

Bullying.

That means we're suing the bullies, right?

No.

The entire university.

- The entire university? - You really are dense.

We're aiming for billions.

Individual perpetrators can't pay that much, right?

But a university is like a massive corporation.

We have to put them in the spotlight.

We're talking violation of the duty of care.

- Study up. - Study up.

The future, income, and value

that a promising young person should've had...

The university will pay dearly for it all.

Isn't that phrasing insensitive?

It was a suicide attempt, right?

He might still wake up.

Just do what you're told.

Gosh, that kid looks sharp.

Good movement!

Hayato, keep it up!

He's our target this time.

Nishida Hayato.

He's represented Japan's national team for his age group

and he's the younger brother of Nishida Masato

who's now in a coma from the suicide attempt

It was that kid's brother.

Good work.

We're definitely winning the Kanto League this year.

Get ready for the showdown with Kokusai University.

Let's win this!

- All right! - All right!

- Okay, Captain. Wrap it up. - Okay.

- Good work today. - Good work, everyone.

There's a lot left to do until the match...

All right, time for us to gather information.

- All right. - Uzaki.

Take this and go to the explanation meeting.

Don't do anything unnecessary, okay?

EXPLANATION MEETING FOR GUARDIANS

Yes, it's all about the next one.

If we beat Kokusai University, we'll be champions.

Strongest team ever, Mr. Nishida.

Hayato has turned into a great player, hasn't he?

No, he still has a long way to go.

He needs to become a player who brings his team to victory.

He's not too messed up from his brother's issue, is he?

I'm a little worried as the match is coming up soon.

Don't worry.

I've been telling him

to just focus on his rugby.

Regarding this incident

some people are saying

whatever they want on the Internet.

But as chairman

I don't think the tradition we've built together with all of you

can be shaken so easily.

It's fine, Chairman.

Don't worry about those articles.

- Yes! - That's right!

- Exactly! - What is this?

Thank you very much.

Now, our legal advisor will explain the circumstances

and our planned response.

MATSUMOTO YUJI, OKURA ICHIRO, KAMIYAMA TETSURO

I'm Matsumoto, the lawyer in charge.

In response to this incident

we promptly formed an internal investigation team

and created a report.

I will now present the results from this report.

You're rugby club members, aren't you?

Do you have a moment?

- Are you from the media? - Yes.

If possible, we'd like to ask you about Nishida Masato.

There's nothing to talk about.

We have an important match coming up, so please leave us alone.

- Let's go. - Right.

They've been properly instructed.

Well, makes sense.

Approaching the rugby players won't be easy.

What should we do?

Really?

Yes, you can party as much as you want in the VIP room.

Cheer squad girls have such a vibe, right?

- What? There you go again. - I'm serious.

I want to fill the floor with cute girls.

That guy is seriously...

Doing well.

He's doing good work.

Isn't he overdoing it? Is this okay?

Whatever.

After our investigation

we found nothing that would qualify as bullying.

Everyone, please rest assured.

This concludes the report.

What? It's over already?

Now then, if any of the guardians have questions...

Everyone

let's unite and fight!

- Yes! - Yes!

Excuse me!

Can I ask a question?

What exactly

did the internal investigation entail?

It was conducted primarily through interviews within the school.

Who was interviewed?

What kind of questions were asked?

Please understand that we cannot disclose information

that identifies individuals.

Listen, buddy.

The next game is the big one.

No matter what kind of game it is

I don't think it's more important than someone's life.

Someone could have lost their life because of bullying!

The report said there was no bullying, didn't it?

How can you say that based on so little?

So you're saying the university is lying?

If you disrespect our traditions, we won't let it slide, punk!

What if someone dies because of those traditions?

How could you sit there and clap?

Doesn't it bother you at all?

- Screw you, man! - What are you doing?

P-Please stop!

Will you please stop?

Saying there was no bullying without any investigation?

Cut the crap! You're doing this for yourselves.

- What was that? - Stop!

Sorry for making you go through all that effort.

If it helps convince the parents, it's a small price to pay.

I'll do my best to contain the situation.

I'm counting on you.

We can't afford to let rumors spread further at this critical time.

Isn't that right, Kamiyama?

I'll make sure no distractions get to the players.

Please, come in.

I focused on hitting up girls who seemed connected to the rugby team.

I invited them all to a club event.

Your approach is so sleazy.

People open up more in a relaxed place.

Hello, everyone.

What happened to your face?

Your jaw is messed up, Uzaki?

Why?

I got into it with the rugby alumni.

I only gave one order. "Don't do anything unnecessary."

What were you fighting about?

I called them out

for caring more about the next game than the attempted suicide.

- That started the fight? - Yes.

That alumni jerk struck a palm strike to my jaw in all the chaos.

Any leads on your end?

So far, just Takaido has succeeded at picking up girls.

What?

While I was getting punched, that's what you were doing?

Damn it.

I won't let them get away with trying to cover this up.

CERTIFICATE, NISHIDA TOMOHIKO

Thanks for the meal.

Hayato.

I'm sure you know this

but don't forget that everyone has high expectations for you.

I know.

Don't think about anything else right now.

Just focus on the game.

Your future depends on whether you win or not.

Okay.

I'll win for sure.

Why a karaoke place?

Noisy spots are perfect for scheming.

And you can bring your own food.

I got the list you wanted. Sending it now.

Reliable as always.

Don't always expect favors, okay?

Getting information from the police isn't as easy as you think.

You're always a big help.

Sorry, I know you do all this for me.

That's a huge misunderstanding, but I'll ignore it.

This info is from another department. It must've been tough to get.

I'm really sorry.

- I know it's for my sake. - Enough with that.

I'm acting for my interests alone.

Make sure you handle that with care.

Is it enough to go on?

Takaido will figure it out.

He's good with the underworld.

I see.

So

how's the new guy?

Him?

I'm just keeping an eye on him for now.

You're Nishida Hayato, aren't you?

Who are you?

I'm Uzaki, a lawyer.

I wanted to ask a bit about your brother.

Wait.

I'm not trying to make a fuss.

But if your brother ended up like this because of bullying

I can't just ignore it.

My brother

couldn't keep up with practice.

That's all.

Would he really throw everything away just because practice was tough?

He lost to himself.

There's no place for the weak.

Life is not that kind.

This game decides everyone's future.

We have to win.

Please stop getting in the way.

Is it this way?

Where on earth is Masato?

Excuse me.

Me?

Thank you

for telling me where he was.

What made you speak to me?

I saw you at school.

I see.

Are you here

to see Masato today?

Yes.

Why would a lawyer be here?

I want justice for him.

To do that

I need to find out what really happened to him first.

Masato

can't talk anymore.

Right.

That's why

I wanted to get a good look at his face

and let him know

that I'll definitely bring the truth to light.

It's hopeless.

I don't think the truth will ever come out

of that rugby team.

Yes, things aren't looking good.

That explanation meeting

was all vague too.

Wait, are you on the rugby team?

I've already quit.

What the hell is this information?

It's insane.

Ms. Ryoko is the best.

She's so dependable.

We needed this.

She got mad at me for always asking for favors though.

All right, I'll dig into this on my end.

- I'll leave it with you. - All right.

Looks like we're starting to get a solid plan together.

Well, as long as nothing unexpected pops up.

"Unexpected"?

Where's Uzaki?

Beats me.

He's probably rushing ahead full throttle right now, right?

That's unforgivable.

Screwing with someone's life like that.

I'm sorry.

Seriously, thank you for telling me.

Your story will be a key testimony.

We can make some real progress now.

I can't make up

for the fact that I ran away.

I might never be able to move on from this.

So please

at least get justice for Masato.

I'm begging you.

Leave it to me.

I don't let stuff like this slide.

Just watch.

What are you talking about? Calm down first!

I'm heading to the Nishidas right now.

- You can't! Mr. Todoroki. - There's no stopping him.

- I'm going now, okay? - Not okay!

Just stay right there!

I'm on my way.

Don't you dare move.

What a nuisance!

I'll be back.

Good luck.

Can't you think things through a little?

- Let's go. - Are you listening?

At least share what you know.

I'll talk on the way. Get moving.

So damn cheeky.

I'm sorry.

We dropped by out of nowhere.

Let's take this case to court.

What the hell are you saying?

No way we're doing that right before a big game.

Masato's suffering will be swept under the rug.

You got any proof he even suffered?

- Why are you taking their side? - Calm down, Uzaki.

No parent should turn a blind eye to their kid getting bullied.

Those are just rumors.

Look.

Even if what you and the idiots online say were true

what good would suing do?

The team will just get shut down.

Masato

is still in a coma.

He can't share how he feels. He's just lying there asleep.

Nothing can be done for Masato.

He was weak.

"Nothing can be done"?

Are you serious right now?

My answer won't change!

Now leave.

Leave!

Please don't come back.

My husband won't change his mind.

May I ask you something?

Okay.

Did Masato

leave a suicide note?

I'm sorry to hit you with such a tough question.

It's just been bothering me.

For us

it's not just about getting justice for Masato.

If Masato wakes up someday

you're going to need money.

Someday...

We'd like to help out, even if it's just a bit.

There's no suicide note.

At least

not in this house.

Please excuse me.

- Suicide note? - Yes.

The way she said it definitely hinted at one.

I see.

Hey.

How'd you figure that out?

It's called self-soothing behavior.

Stuff like psychological stress or anxiety

shows up in little gestures.

When you were going at it with the dad

she reacted twice

to the word "proof"

and the line about how Masato can't share how he feels.

The only thing that suggests

is a suicide note.

That's impressive.

You were catching all those tiny details.

If the suicide note comes out, it'll be a huge card in our favor.

I've also got a testimony from his best friend.

We're going to war.

Excuse us.

What exactly brings you here?

We're here about the bullying of Nishida Masato.

You're just like the rumors say.

Please don't do anything reckless.

What's reckless about this?

We've been commissioned by Nishida Masato's mother.

That can't be.

What makes you think that?

Well, we haven't received any notice of representation.

That should arrive tomorrow.

In that case, we'll hear you out once the notice arrives.

I hear you have the suicide note.

The one Masato wrote.

We heard from his mom

that she left it with the university.

Do you mind letting us take a look?

How'd you track me down?

Information from my part-time gig

and a little help from the authorities.

Don't mess with me. What do you mean by "authorities"?

Chill.

I'm not trying to set you up or anything.

I can't do anything, you know.

Yes.

Firstly, can you check this out?

Come on.

- Pick up the pace, Hayato! - I can't.

Wait, Masato.

Masato.

You need to log more miles.

Unlike me, you've got killer talent.

Build up your body, and you'll be an amazing player.

True.

You're all about endurance, but you kind of suck.

Hey, Hayato, you're getting cheeky.

What have you guys

been thinking all this time?

Showing us the suicide note

means you're admitting the bullying happened, right?

There's no mention of the school's involvement

and no reference to bullying at all.

That's what we wanted you to confirm.

Then why hide it?

- Because it's inconvenient, right? - We were simply...

carefully storing what the parents entrusted to us.

A range of offensive and defensive plays come to mind

but how do you wish to proceed?

We'd like to avoid any more reputational damage

for the players' sake too.

Cut the crap.

Do you wish to negotiate a settlement?

Mr. Todoroki.

We'll have to decline.

I'm glad you declined, but is this really okay?

We haven't actually gotten the parents' commission yet.

It's not okay. Right now, it's illegal.

Right. It's illegal.

What?

That lawyer must be frantically checking with the parents right now.

We're probably already busted.

Isn't this bad?

Very bad.

That's why we need to persuade the parents

and turn that lie into the truth as soon as possible.

Counting on you, Uzaki.

What? Me?

What if I can't persuade them?

We're finished.

So make sure you ignite this thing.

Fire!

You're totally insane!

The university's lawyer called me and explained it to me.

Sounds like what you did was a crime.

We apologize for going about it the wrong way.

Then leave!

There's something

we really want you both to see.

You've got some nerve.

This suicide note...

You were the ones who found it, right?

Why help with the cover-up?

The word bullying isn't used here at all.

That's Masato's kindness.

After seeing this and holding this

how can you just hide it away?

Because we're his parents.

That's why we can hide it.

I don't get what the hell you're saying.

It's for Hayato's future!

Masato felt the same way. Don't you understand that?

Dad.

What was that just now?

Hayato.

You stay out of this.

A suicide note?

From my brother?

Hayato.

Your brother was bullied brutally.

Outsiders, stay out of it.

This suicide note

talks about his pain

and the dreams he couldn't achieve

as well as

his feelings

for his little brother.

For me?

Masato

endured the bullying in silence

to protect your future.

But in the very end, he broke...

and took matters into his own hands.

Why did you hide the suicide note?

Hey!

There's no way I'd be happy

succeeding like this!

Hayato.

I understand that there were all sorts of reasons

why you couldn't face this.

But still

you must have had a vague sense of it.

It's harsh

but you're one of the people who looked the other way.

It might be too late now.

Even so

I think you should start doing the right thing from now on.

I'd like...

to file...

a lawsuit.

You stated that violence against Nishida Masato

was rampant in the club?

Yes.

Masato was often injured.

When did such violence take place?

During practice.

In the midst of clustered plays.

Kneeing or elbowing.

I saw it many times.

If there was obvious violence during practice

wouldn't somebody notice?

They surrounded him, so nobody could see the violence.

Isn't this just part of the game?

That's true, but...

- In Masato's case-- - Can you prove that was bullying?

Well...

So there's no clear recognition.

That's all.

Mr. Iiyama, you were best friends with Masato

and often spent time with him.

Was there bullying against you and Masato?

Yes.

Who led it?

The captain, Naito Shota.

Not just on the field

but during weight training too.

We were hit many times with the metal buckle of his belt.

Tell us what was done besides the violence.

Before practice

our jerseys and uniforms were soaked in water

and our shoes

were urinated on.

You couldn't escape the violence, could you?

I quit the club.

But Masato had his brother, Hayato, on the team

so I don't think he wanted to run away.

He always said so proudly

"My little brother started rugby because he looked up to me."

He didn't want to lose face by quitting.

After quitting the club

did Masato ever consult with you?

Just once

the day before he attempted suicide.

Please tell us what was said then.

"I can't handle it anymore."

That was what he told me.

"Can't handle it."

Handle what?

I don't know.

He said, "I can't say the details, but I can't handle it."

He was crying.

Then finally

can you tell us where you often hung out with Masato?

For example

did you ever go to a club at night?

No, we never went to such places.

Is that so?

That's all, Your Honor.

Okay.

We'll take a ten-minute break here.

Mr. Kamiyama, allow me to ask you.

Do you think there was bullying in the Tosyu University rugby club?

Yes.

There might have been.

You mean you knew about it?

Yes.

Looking back now, I think there might've been bullying.

Your statement now means

the university neglected its duty of care for safety, you know?

Yes.

As the coach

I think I neglected this.

Order!

Order!

Plaintiff Exhibit 2, showing the suicide note Masato left.

Did you know the school had possession of this note?

Yes.

I knew.

Then tell us how the note got to the school.

It seems that the parents were the first to find the note.

The parents

upon finding Masato after his attempted suicide

were in a fragile state when reading the note

and feeling unsure how to handle it.

And concerned for their children's...

No, concerned for the rugby club's future

they entrusted it to the university.

We appreciate

your wise judgment.

We can't...

handle this alone.

As this is a sensitive issue, can you keep it confidential?

Do you admit

that the note was intentionally concealed?

I had some awareness of that.

Coach Kamiyama, let me ask you.

You've consistently denied the bullying until now, right?

Yes.

In your statement

it's written that you didn't know about the bullying.

"No violation of the duty of care."

Yet now you change your assertion, admitting it.

Why is that?

Because I heard

Iiyama's statement earlier.

It's true.

I was only thinking about winning

to please the university.

I didn't empathize with the members' feelings.

I was in the wrong.

I failed as a coach.

Coach Kamiyama.

Cut the act already.

Your testimony just now

has been cleverly calculated, hasn't it?

What do you mean?

Some rugby club students

are using special painkillers.

Is this true?

Painkillers that stop you from feeling pain, narcotic analgesics.

Originally meant for treatment

they're highly addictive and dangerous.

Initially, they were used for treatment in the rugby club.

Eventually, players started indulging in the pleasure

and addicts started popping up among the fourth-years, right?

Objection! The question has no relevance to this case.

The real darkness you're hiding isn't the bullying

but the students' drug use.

That's why you're admitting the bullying now

trying to close the trial.

- Your Honor! - The reason you want to hide this

is so the university

can continue receiving five billion yen in subsidies.

Order!

And they made Masato

transport that drug.

That was the most inhumane form of bullying.

- And Masato suffered because of it-- - Nonsense!

Nothing like this has come up anywhere before.

Do you have proof?

"Proof"?

Firstly, can you check this out?

Any familiar faces here?

No way I'd tell you.

Is that so?

Then maybe take a look at this.

You're here too.

It's a list of drug dealers.

Can I spread this around?

I know of a few of them.

Thank you. So tell me who they are.

This one.

And him.

That's enough, isn't it? Give me the money already.

Just one more thing.

I want you to set a date and place for dealing with them.

The date will be on the 22nd

at 1:00 a.m.

As for the place...

Let's run through this again.

First, capture the moment of the deal on a hidden camera.

Then make contact

and seize the actual drugs.

- Roger. - Roger.

No mistake.

Matches my guy's information too.

- Let them do the drug deal first. - Roger.

- Uzaki, what's wrong? - Can you hear, Uzaki?

- What are you doing, Uzaki? - Uzaki!

- Wait, Uzaki! - Oh, no.

What is he doing?

Mr. Todoroki!

- Out of the way! - Uzaki's gone!

Hurry.

- Who the hell are you? - You damn punks.

You can't just barge in here!

Okay, then.

Come on then!

- Damn it. - Move!

Get back here!

I said wait!

Screw you!

- You're addicted to crap like this. - Uzaki!

I got the evidence.

Your Honor, in regard to the evidence that I've just stated--

Your Honor!

This case has taken an extreme leap. I request a recess.

It's too late for that. Your Honor--

Your Honor.

We also request a recess.

What?

Why'd you agree to a settlement?

We only had to present the evidence, and we'd have totally won.

And what exactly counts as winning?

Exposing everything and winning the trial.

But

if we expose the drugs, the rugby club's done for

and that kid's future is finished, right?

There's no point in succeeding if it means running from the fallout.

Don't shove your own agenda onto the plaintiff, you idiot.

Which of us is the idiot?

Are you kidding me?

I'm not kidding you.

I'm always serious.

Dead serious.

Regarding this trial

how do you wish to proceed?

What do you mean by that?

Do we stop at pursuing the bullying

or go after the drug issue too?

Masato kept refusing the drugs no matter how much he was forced.

But

even so...

The fact that he was transporting drugs

will get exposed to the world.

Yes.

Still, he was forced into being a courier.

We'll be sure

to protect his reputation.

Maybe we should have you pursue everything after all?

Hayato, what do you wish to do?

It's a fact that my brother got involved in some bad stuff.

But if it was forced on him, I don't know the right thing to do.

But I do know one thing.

If my brother wakes up...

I want to play rugby with him again.

He wrote that right here.

And I feel the same.

It's a selfish thing to say, isn't it?

What should we do?

I have

a suggestion.

This is the best choice.

No arguing.

Whatever.

I can't stay here any longer.

You're quitting?

Well

that's not going to fly.

You're already

right in the palm of my hand.

We're at the beach!

Why bother igniting a foreign trainee?

- A ghost? At the beach? - Tell me if you're hiding something.

Translated by: Zacarias Hicks